Friday, March 28, 2014

Effective April 10, 2014, the OverDrive Media Console (OMC) mobile app
for BlackBerry will no longer be available to download on BlackBerry,
BlackBerry 10, and Playbook devices.

BlackBerry users with the app installed prior to April 10 will be able to
continue downloading eBooks and audiobooks via OMC. However, no further
development or testing will be dedicated to it.

In the past year, OMC for BlackBerry has experienced a steady decline in
downloads. Only .3% of all visitors to digital library websites come from
a BlackBerry device. After much consideration, OverDrive has decided to
remove the app from BlackBerry App World and continue to focus our
development efforts on more widely used platforms such as iOS and
Android—both of which have moore daily downloads than BlackBerry has
monthly.

Wednesday, March 26, 2014

Who doesn't like a good mystery? I'm particularly drawn to
psychological mysteries, so when a book has both a murder and a
psychological twist, so much the better.
Peter Mays' book The Black House takes
place on the Isle of Lewis, the northern most island in the Hebrides,
off Scotland. Fin MacLeod grew up there, but moved to the mainland
after high school, to attend college and escape. He became a police
officer, so when someone on the island is murdered, and the m.o. is
similar to a murder that he is investigating, he is naturally sent to
help the investigation. As it turns out, he knew the victim, having
grown up with him.
The book is told in the third person when describing current events,
but in Fin's voice when he is remembering the past. We get glimpses
into his childhood and the reasons behind his desire to leave the
island. His knowledge of the people in some ways helps him narrow the
search for the killer down, but in some ways leads him astray.
The Isle of Lewis is so well described it is a character in its own right.
I enjoyed this book very much. The twists and turns were very
satisfying, and learning about such a foreign landscape was very
interesting. There are two more books in the series, The Lewis Man and
The Chessmen (which has not yet been published in the US.)

From acclaimed author and television dramatist Peter
May comes the first book in the Lewis Trilogy--a riveting mystery
series set on the Isle of Lewis in Scotland's Outer Hebrides, a
formidable and forbidding world where tradition rules and people adhere
to ancient ways of life. …More

Her writing has been called "powerful and subtle,"
("The Times, U.K.) her plotting "original and shiver-count high." ("The
Times, U.K.) Now Manda Scott has written a powerful thriller debut, the
terrifying tale of a lone woman pitted against an enigmatic killer--a
man who deals out death without a second thought.... NO GOOD DEED For
Detective Inspector Orla McLeod, violence is a way of life. As a child,
her own world was ripped apart by a brutal, unforgettable moment of
terror. So when the Special Branch operation she is spearheading goes
disastrously wrong, she will do everything she can to protect the
nine-year-old boy caught in the cross fire. For Jamie Buchanan was the
sole witness to an act of savagery committed in cold blood by a man
rapidly becoming one of the most feared criminals in Europe. Orla
and her partner, Luke Tyler, had risked their lives to infiltrate Tord
Svensen's criminal world. Together they had gone deep undercover in a
Glasgow tenement to get close enough to bring him down. Then in a series
of harrowing events, everything in Orla's life would change forever. Now
Orla finds herself haunted by the memory of what happened--and
tormented by the guilt she feels over her own survival. What keeps her
going are the promises she made to her partner Luke and to orphaned
Jamie Buchanan. Jamie is the only person who's seen Tord Svensen's face,
the only one able to ID him. Officially pulled off the Svensen case,
Orla spirits Jamie away to the only place she feels safe, a lonely
cottage under the shadow of a snowcapped Scottish mountain. But there
will be no sanctuary for them in the Highlands. For, like Orla, the
hunter who pursues them knows exactly what todo to survive. And that
means putting both Orla and her vulnerable young charge in the grave. Chilling, intense, and stylishly written, No Good Deed places Manda Scott among the forefront of today's best thriller writers. "From the Hardcover edition. …More

Outstanding Praise for "Raven Black"" ""A
fine and sinister psychological novel in the Barbara Vine style. Cleeves
is part of a new generation of superior British writers."---"The Globe and Mail" (Canada) "A riveting read."---Val
McDermid, author of "A Place"" of Execution" "Beautifully constructed .
. . brings alive the tensions in a place where everyone knows everyone
else and nothing can be forgotten. Raven Black is lively and
surprising."---"Times Literary Supplement" (UK) "Ann's
characterization is worthy of the best writers in the field. . . .
Rarely has the sense of place been so evocatively conveyed in a crime
novel."---"Daily Express" (UK) "With a cast of well-drawn and
convincing characters and an unexpected conclusion, "Raven Black" is the
perfect novel to while away the long winter evenings by the fire."---"The Tribune" (UK) ""Raven Black" shows what a fine writer [Cleeves] is . . . accomplished and thoughtful."---"The Sunday Telegraph" (UK) "Cleeves is a very good writer---strong on atmosphere, plot andpeople.""---The Times" (UK) …More

BookPage Notable TitleWeaving together a variety of subtly interrelated narratives, British author Hill (Air and Angels)
embeds a thoughtful reflection on alternative medicine into a taut and
suspenseful mystery, the first of a new crime series featuring Chief
Inspector Simon Serrailler. …More

Storytelling, picture books, finger plays, holiday tales and special fun. The session will end with a craft project.

SIGN UP IS REQUIRED--Call 231-722-7276 Ext. 230 to register.

BALLET IN THE LIBRARY
SATURDAY, MARCH 29, 2014 11:00 AM AGES 3-7 11:30 AM AGES 8-11Get out those tutus and tiaras
and learn about ballet. Join Ms. Pattie from Cassel Gymnastics and Dance
for an introductory ballet lessson, music and movement.

SPRING PLAYDATE & STORYTIME FUN
6:45 PM MONDAY, MARCH 31, 2014

FUN FOR CHILDREN AGES 3-7.

Storytelling, picture books, finger plays, holiday tales and special fun. The session will end with a craft project.

SIGN UP IS REQUIRED--Call 231-722-7276 Ext. 230 to register.

Geocaching

6:00 PM, Tuesday, April 1: Geocaching

Geocaching
is a real-world outdoor treasure hunting game. Players try to locate
hidden containers, called geocaches, using GPS-enabled devices and then
share their experiences online. Learn the ins and outs with Scott
Miller of Whitehall, a Charter member of Groundspeak, the organization
for Geocachers, and an EarthCache Master, Bronze Level. Scott has found
over 1200 caches and has hidden 41. He has been Geocaching since 2001
and is President of the Executive Committee, Michigan Geocaching
Organization for 2014. Free and open to the public. For more
information about Geocaching: http://www.geocaching.com/

Learn
the basics of scrapbooking! Hear tips and get assistance in creating
memorable scrapbooks, collages, and other gifts for your loved ones.
They make great gifts for birthdays, graduations, and other special
occasions. Bring your own pictures, newspaper clippings, cards, and
other memorabilia, as well as the book you want to put them in. We will
provide the rest iincluding paper, scissors, stickers, embellishments,
letters, stencils, a Cricut die-cut machine, and much more! Lead by
Jacqui Bernhardt.

SPRING PLAYDATE & STORYTIME FUN
6:45 PM MONDAY, APRIL 7, 2014

FUN FOR CHILDREN AGES 3-7.

Storytelling, picture books, finger plays, holiday tales and special fun. The session will end with a craft project.

SIGN UP IS REQUIRED--Call 231-722-7276 Ext. 230 to register.

Hackley Handy Crafts

6:00 PM, Monday, April 7: Hackley Handy Crafts

Join
craft maven Nancy Hartman on the first Monday of each month. Learn a
new craft or practice one you already know. These are geared towards
older teens and grownups. This monht’s craft is upside down hanging
planters. Please bring a clean, empty 2-liter bottle. This is free,
and open to the public. Brought to you through the generosity of the
Friends of Hackley Library.

Anyone Can Learn to Draw

6:00 PM, Tuesday April 8: Anyone Can Learn to Draw

Patty
Warner has been drawing and teaching drawing for many years. She will
help build your confidence and give you tips and instructions on
drawing. Class size is limited, so call 231-722-7276 or visit the
circulation desk to register.

Brought to you through the generosity of the Friends of Hackley Library.

Tech Wednesday Databases

3:00 pm, Wednesday, April 9: Tech Wednesdays-Databases

Tech
Wednesdays are 30-60 minute long mini watch-and-learn classes on
technical topics. They are held in the Julia Hackley Room twice a month
at 3:00 pm and are free and open to the public. Feel free to bring
your own laptop and follow along.

Join
Rose Hammond as she explains the ins and outs of self publishing. Ms.
Hammond has self published a number of books and will share her
knowledge of how to be successful. Space is limited, so please sign up
by calling 231-722-7276.

ORIGAMI WITH THE "M. JR. WRAPPERS"
2:00 PM SATURDAY, APRIL 12, 2014Origami is one of the coolest
art forms around. You can make anything by folding paper. Join Jeff
Closz and team as they take paper folding to a whole new level.

Number-one "New York Times"-bestselling author Hoag
brings back her fan-favorite Minneapolis investigators Sam Kovac and
Nikki Liska in a haunting new thriller. Hoag's most recent books have
been among the biggest bestsellers of her career. …More

"New York Times"-bestseller Archer continues his
beloved Clifton Chronicle series as Harry and Emma finally begin
building a happy life--but a dangerous family enemy is about to
resurface. This book opens a moment after the end of "The Sins of the
Father." …More

Suspended from a serial murder case in New Orleans,
FBI forensics expert Catherine "Cat" Ferry returns to her small
Mississippi hometown, where she uncovers evidence of her father's murder
from years earlier. Cat soon realizes it may be related to the current
murders. …More

All eyes are on the Middle East. Israel has
successfully launched a first strike on Iran, taking out all of their
nuclear sites and six of their nuclear warheads--and causing The Twelfth
Imam to order a full-scale retaliation. The U.S. and the CIA are caught
in the middle. …More

Smart, fast-paced, and terrifyingly real, "Fault
Line" is a tale of personal and national betrayal, a war of emotions,
and a conspiracy that has spiraled out of the realm of professionals to
the streets of America. …More

A deserted stretch of road is the perfect place to
drive a man to his grave--literally. The "New York Times" bestselling
author of "Web of Evil" returns with a chilling new novel of
spine-tingling suspense. …More

Mitch Rapp heads to Afghanistan to track down a
missing CIA agent. With Afghanistan crumbling around him, Rapp must be
as ruthless as his enemies and as deceitful as people in his own
government if he has any hopes of completing his mission. Available in a
tall Premium Edition. …More

President Will Lee is having a rough week. There are
some loose nukes in Pakistan that might just trigger World War III if
his diplomatic efforts fall short. It's up to Lee, Holly Barker, Lance
Cabot, and few others to save the world--and the upcoming election.
Available in a tall Premium Edition. …More

The explosive new masterpiece of suspense from the
#1 "New York Times"-bestselling author. LAPD cop Scott James is not
doing so well. Eight months ago, a shocking nighttime assault by
unidentified men killed his partner, nearly killed him, and left him
enraged, ashamed, and ready to explode. He is unfit for duty--until he
meets his new partner. …More

Bestseller Gardner, author of "Catch Me" and "Love
You More," returns with a heart-thumping thriller about what lurks
behind the facade of a perfect family. A family appears to have been
abducted, with only a pile of their most personal possessions remaining
behind. …More

In the latest novel by acclaimed producer and "New
York Times"-bestselling author Cannell, LAPD detective Shane Scully and
his partner Sumner Hitchens investigate a crime with ties to the
sometimes violent world of reality TV. …More

From
the time Ray Kamalay picked up the guitar so many years ago, he was
looking towards the past. While his young colleagues screeched with
distortion and feedback on their new electric guitars, Ray learned sweet
chords on his acoustic. Instead of listening to the radio for songs to
learn, Ray proceeded to the dusty archives in libraries and antique
stores. By the time he was in high school, Ray was endlessly
fascinated by old and even ancient music. That fascination continues.
Whether its Delta blues or J. S. Bach, the music of Ireland or the
music of Brazil, Ray has built a remarkably diverse and historic
repertoire of music that is familiar, intriguing and fun. His beautiful
voice and wry humor are matched by his fine mastery of the guitar. It
is remarkable that anyone can play so many different styles of music so
well.

often
tells the stories of the songs themselves, drawing the audience closer.
All of which exposes not only his fine talent, but his great love of
the music itself. Ray calls it “The Musical Flea Market: Trifles and
Treasures From Our Melodious Past”. Brought to you through the generosity of the Friends of Hackley Library.

“Kamalay’s purely acoustic guitar is an accomplished musical conception...but his main purpose is to sing great songs.”

-Lazaro Vega, WBLV-FM

“Ray wraps himself around the music in a manner that is not only stylistically but technically faultless.”

“Ray has put together a collection of songs that deserves to be reviewed over and over again.”

-Hazen Schumacher, NPR’s Jazz Revisited

Ray
Kamalay is a Detroit native who has been a professional musician since
1974. He has performed at some of the most prestigious venues including
the Edinburgh Festival, Interlochen and the Philadelphia Folk Festival.
In 1998, his work with Howard and Ralphe Armstrong was nominated for
the W. C. Handy Award.

SCORE: Building a Website

5:30 PM, Tuesday, March 25:

A
well-designed website makes your small business visible (to the whole
world.) This brings customers to your doorstep, creates credibility,
communication and e-commerce with your customers. How will you design
and launch your website? Unlike posting on social media, you have
complete control of your website. This workshop targets those new to
website creation and marketing on the Internet

This workshop will include:

Help with design decisions-DIY vs contractor created

Costs: designing a website to fit your budget

Analytics: measuring the effectiveness of your site

How to name your site

Importance of content

Utilizing social media

Legal Issues

Lead by Bob Fountain.

Brought
to you through Score, a national organization of active and retired
businessmen and women who volunteer their time to share their expertise
with small businesses as well as new business start-ups. Their
objective is to help America’s small businesses grow and prosper.

Tech Wednesday-Android Phones
3:00 pm, Wednesday, March 26:
Tech Wednesdays are 30-60 minute long mini watch-and-learn classes on
technical topics. They are held in the Julia Hackley Room twice a
month at 3:00 pm and are free and open to the public. Feel free to
bring your own laptop and follow along.
March 26 Android Phones

SPRING PLAYDATE & STORYTIME FUN
11:00 AM THURSDAY, MARCH 27, 2014

FUN FOR CHILDREN AGES 3-7.

Storytelling, picture books, finger plays, holiday tales and special fun. The session will end with a craft project.

SIGN UP IS REQUIRED--Call 231-722-7276 Ext. 230 to register.

BALLET IN THE LIBRARY
SATURDAY, MARCH 29, 2014 11:00 AM AGES 3-7 11:30 AM AGES 8-11Get out those tutus and tiaras
and learn about ballet. Join Ms. Pattie from Cassel Gymnastics and Dance
for an introductory ballet lessson, music and movement.

SPRING PLAYDATE & STORYTIME FUN
6:45 PM MONDAY, MARCH 31, 2014

FUN FOR CHILDREN AGES 3-7.

Storytelling, picture books, finger plays, holiday tales and special fun. The session will end with a craft project.

SIGN UP IS REQUIRED--Call 231-722-7276 Ext. 230 to register.

Geocaching

6:00 PM, Tuesday, April 1: Geocaching

Geocaching
is a real-world outdoor treasure hunting game. Players try to locate
hidden containers, called geocaches, using GPS-enabled devices and then
share their experiences online. Learn the ins and outs with Scott
Miller of Whitehall, a Charter member of Groundspeak, the organization
for Geocachers, and an EarthCache Master, Bronze Level. Scott has found
over 1200 caches and has hidden 41. He has been Geocaching since 2001
and is President of the Executive Committee, Michigan Geocaching
Organization for 2014. Free and open to the public. For more
information about Geocaching: http://www.geocaching.com/

Learn
the basics of scrapbooking! Hear tips and get assistance in creating
memorable scrapbooks, collages, and other gifts for your loved ones.
They make great gifts for birthdays, graduations, and other special
occasions. Bring your own pictures, newspaper clippings, cards, and
other memorabilia, as well as the book you want to put them in. We will
provide the rest iincluding paper, scissors, stickers, embellishments,
letters, stencils, a Cricut die-cut machine, and much more! Lead by
Jacqui Bernhardt.